Universal Design Worksheet Compliance Agreement and Certification
April 2023 – 2024

Applicable to the 2024 – 2025 Housing Tax Credits Funding Round
	
Project Information
Project Name and Location	      	
D# (if known)	     	

Universal Design Definition and Submission Requirements
A Universal Design (UD) unit is a unit that includes all Minimal Essential Universal Design Features Required list below and the required number of Optional Universal Design Features by project type. 

This form is required for all projects that claim or were awarded points for the UD selection criteria in the Self-Scoring Worksheet, and this worksheet must be submitted at the following phases: 
•	Application: This form must be submitted with the application; it will be used to review supporting documentation and validate points
•	Post-selection: Projects awarded UD points are required to submit this form at different phases in the development cycle as follows:
o	First mortgage and deferred funding: 
•	Pre-construction – before loan closing/loan commitment; and
•	Post-construction 
o	9% HTC only: 
•	Pre-construction – 100% construction document review/ before construction starts; and
•	Post-construction – 8609 Application 
o	4% HTC only:
•	Post-construction – 8609 Application 

Building Type
Check the type of building that applies:
  An elevator equipped building with 100% assisted units meeting the definition of UD units
  A non-elevator equipped building with at least 10% assisted units meeting the definition of UD units 
Indicate actual % of UD units:      
Indicate actual total number of dwelling units:      
Projects with different building types (apartments, townhomes, etc.) must complete a separate UD Worksheet Compliance Agreement and Certification for each building type. Number of UD units must be provided for each building type.

Project Type and Universal Design (UD) Optional Features Requirements
Check the project type that applies:
 New construction or adaptive reuse project that includes at least eight (8) optional UD features 
 Rehabilitation project that includes at least four (4) optional UD features

Type A Unit (which meets the Type A Unit requirements of the Minnesota Accessibility Code):
Type A Units are considered to meet the definition of a UD unit for the purposes of scoring and compliance with these UD requirements. For Type A Units only, the features noted in the section that follows are not required. 
Type A Accessible Confirmation: 
 Check this box if all units required to meet UD are designed as Type A Units, in which case the “Minimum Essential UD Features Required” and the “Optional Universal Design Features” requirements below can be disregarded, and no further information is necessary. 

Scattered site projects may use one UD Worksheet and calculate the overall percentage of UD units required based on total dwelling units, provided all properties are the same building type (elevator equipped, or non-elevator equipped). If scattered sites have a mixture of building types, each building type must meet the optional feature requirements noted above for either new construction or rehabilitation, whichever is applicable to the project.

Minimum Essential Universal Design Features Required
•	At least one bedroom or space that can be converted to a bedroom (without changing door locations for new construction or adaptive reuse) must be on an accessible level and connected to an accessible route.
•	At least 42” minimum hallways must be included within a unit for new construction or adaptive reuse. 
•	At least one, three quarter bathroom on an accessible level, with a minimum five (5) foot open radius for new construction or an adaptive reuse unit, and clear floor space of 30” x 48” must be included for rehabilitation projects. Accessible “T” turn clearance may be accepted in lieu of the five (5) foot open radius.
•	All doors and plumbing fixtures must include lever handles. 
•	Wall blocking must be provided in all tub and shower areas for new construction or adaptive reuse, and for rehabilitation if showers are being replaced. 
•	Door thresholds flush with the floor with maximum threshold height of ½” beveled or ¼” square edged.
•	Kitchen and laundry appliances must have parallel approach, clear floor space with all controls within a maximum height of 48”.  Combination refrigerators/freezers that meet the Minnesota Accessibility Code for reach ranges, satisfy these UD requirements. 
•	If microwave/exhaust hood combination appliances are provided in 95% of UD units, then the remaining 5% of UD units must provide a countertop or other accessible microwave or have one in stock and on site and available upon request. 
•	Kitchen sink area must be 30” wide minimum, with a cabinet panel concealing piping or a removable base cabinet. 
•	All common spaces and amenities provided in the development must be located on an accessible route. 
•	For new construction or adaptive reuse projects, deck and patio spaces must have a step-less transition that meets door threshold requirements above, with decking gaps no greater than ¼”. A step-less transition and door threshold that meets requirements as promulgated by Minnesota Accessibility Code for Type A units is also permitted
•	UD features are incorporated in an aesthetically pleasing, marketable, non-institutional manner. 

All minimum essential UD features are included in the UD units. (Yes or No)	 No	 Yes	

Optional Universal Design Features [eight (8) minimum new construction/ adaptive reuse; four (4) minimum rehab.]	

Item	Included	
High contrast finish selections that include floor to wall transitions, top treads of stairs, counters, and adjacent flooring and walls	 No	 Yes	
Single lever, hands free, or touch type faucets are provided throughout the UD dwelling unit	 No	 Yes	
At least 50% of kitchen storage space is within reach ranges of the Minnesota Accessibility Code – Section 308, from pull-out shelves, full extension glide drawers, or is within a roll-in pantry	 No	 Yes	
A variety of work surface heights and one five (5) foot open radius in the kitchen	 No	 Yes	
Roll under vanity or sink in 25% of UD qualifying units, rounded up to the nearest whole number	 No	 Yes	
Cabinet hardware with “D” type pull handles for operation for people with limited dexterity	 No	 Yes	
Zero threshold shower or transfer space at tub is provided at a minimum of half the qualifying UD units, rounded up to the nearest whole number	 No	 Yes	
Slip resistant flooring in kitchens and baths in the UD dwelling units *(refer below)	 No	 Yes	
Toilets provided with seats that are 17” – 19” from the floor	 No	 Yes	
Windows are provided with a maximum sill height of 36”, parallel approach, clear floor space and locks/operating mechanism within 48” and easily operable with one hand. Sidelight or view window at main entry door from a seated position	 No	 Yes	
Thermostats are designed for visually impaired or have the ability to be monitored and operated with an electronic device such as a tablet computer	 No	 Yes	

Majority of closets within UD units must have shelving that is adjustable OR provide multiple shelving/hanger rod configuration whereby majority of shelving/hanger rods are within one of the reach ranges of the Minnesota Accessibility Code – Section 308	 No	 Yes	
An audio/visual doorbell is included at all main dwelling unit entry doors	 No	 Yes	
A covered canopy with adequate lighting is provided at the exterior main entry. An interior or exterior bench space for parcels or groceries is provided at the main entry	 No	 Yes	
Parking spaces for at least 50% of the UD units (rounded up to the nearest whole number). Include a five (5) foot wide adjacent auxiliary space (access aisle) connected to an accessible route	 No	 Yes	
Residential elevator or chair lift space structured for future use in multiple level homes	 No	 Yes	
Enterprise Green Communities Model Specifications are used for applicable sections in the UD units.	 No	 Yes	
On-site accessible physical activity is provided via a fitness area, biking path, walking path, or community garden	 No	 Yes	
Other modifications that make units livable for disabled populations, as demonstrated with credible evidence. Approval is at the sole discretion of Minnesota Housing	 No	 Yes	

*Guidance (refer above to slip resistant flooring in kitchen and baths): Slip resistant tile products: Use slip resistant tile with coefficient of friction of 0.60 or greater (wet) as identified by the Ceramic Tile Institute. Consider smaller or mosaic tiles on floors in wet areas to increase traction provided by grout lines and to provide greater control in establishing proper drainage slopes for floor drains. Use matt finishes in product choice to eliminate glare. 

Slip resistant sheet vinyl products: Refer to manufacturer’s enhanced slip retardant surfaces. Use matt finishes in product choice to eliminate glare.

Comments
Provide additional comments or support to answers from the questions above, as needed. 
     

Submittal Certification Phase
This document applies to the following certification phase. Check applicable box below:
 Application/ 42M Application – 4% HTC Only
 Pre-Construction – Loan Closing, Loan Commitment, 9% HTC Only 100% Construction Document Submission 
 Post-Construction – 8609 Application 
Universal Design Compliance Agreement and Certification
The architect of record or entity responsible for preparing the work scope, by execution of this form and by its duly authorized officers, partners, or members, hereby certifies:
1.	The information contained in this document is true, correct, and complete; and that
2.	The execution and delivery of this project will meet (or has met) all requirements noted in this document.

     	     	
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